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Style August 30, 2018

This genius manicure trend allows you to rock your natural side

WATCH: This nail trend highlights your natural side

Negative-space nails will highlight your naked nails in all their Pinterest-y glory.

These color-popping designs revive simple, clear-polished manis. Best of all, they are super low-maintenance -- just think, fewer noticeable chips.

PHOTO: The negative space nail trend is one of our favorites of the year.
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The negative space nail trend is one of our favorites of the year.
PHOTO: We're loving the negative space nail trend.
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We're loving the negative space nail trend.
PHOTO: Negative space nails are a huge manicure trend right now.
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Negative space nails are a huge manicure trend right now.

And there's no need for fancy equiptment. You can DIY with polish and some clear tape for guidance or, if you're lucky, a steady hand.

PHOTO: Negative space nails are taking over Instagram.
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Negative space nails are taking over Instagram.
PHOTO: Negative space nails are the latest manicure trend taking over Instagram.
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Negative space nails are the latest manicure trend taking over Instagram.

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Try bright polka dots, a half-dip or not-so-perfect squiggly lines for this smart, easy-to-wear nail trend.